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What is the primary role of deep cerebellar nuclei?
What is the primary role of deep cerebellar nuclei?
Which artery is primarily responsible for the blood supply to the cerebellum?
Which artery is primarily responsible for the blood supply to the cerebellum?
Which of the following best characterizes a lateral cerebellar lesion?
Which of the following best characterizes a lateral cerebellar lesion?
What is intention tremor?
What is intention tremor?
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What is dysdiadochokinesia?
What is dysdiadochokinesia?
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What are the anatomical divisions of the cerebellum?
What are the anatomical divisions of the cerebellum?
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Which peduncle connects the cerebellum to the midbrain?
Which peduncle connects the cerebellum to the midbrain?
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Which division of the cerebellum is responsible for coordinating balance?
Which division of the cerebellum is responsible for coordinating balance?
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What is the anatomical location of the cerebellum?
What is the anatomical location of the cerebellum?
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Which part of the cerebellum is primarily associated with higher cognitive functions?
Which part of the cerebellum is primarily associated with higher cognitive functions?
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How is the cerebellum connected to the rest of the nervous system?
How is the cerebellum connected to the rest of the nervous system?
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Which of the following diseases is related to abnormalities in the basal nuclei?
Which of the following diseases is related to abnormalities in the basal nuclei?
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The inferior peduncle connects the cerebellum with which part of the central nervous system?
The inferior peduncle connects the cerebellum with which part of the central nervous system?
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What is the primary role of the deep cerebellar nucleus known as the Dentate?
What is the primary role of the deep cerebellar nucleus known as the Dentate?
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Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with posterior lobe syndrome?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with posterior lobe syndrome?
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What output pathway do signals from the Dentate nucleus use to reach the cerebral cortex?
What output pathway do signals from the Dentate nucleus use to reach the cerebral cortex?
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Which symptoms are indicative of dysmetria?
Which symptoms are indicative of dysmetria?
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Which structure is associated with balance and equilibrium in the cerebellum?
Which structure is associated with balance and equilibrium in the cerebellum?
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What describes the effect of cerebellar output pathways on motor functions?
What describes the effect of cerebellar output pathways on motor functions?
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What is a characteristic feature of the output pathways from the cerebellum?
What is a characteristic feature of the output pathways from the cerebellum?
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Which nuclei are involved in walking and arm movements in the cerebellum?
Which nuclei are involved in walking and arm movements in the cerebellum?
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What is the primary function of the flocculonodular lobe of the cerebellum?
What is the primary function of the flocculonodular lobe of the cerebellum?
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Which structure is primarily affected in flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
Which structure is primarily affected in flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
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What is a common symptom associated with flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
What is a common symptom associated with flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
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What type of ataxia is characterized by a tendency to fall towards the lesion site?
What type of ataxia is characterized by a tendency to fall towards the lesion site?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the spinocerebellum?
Which of the following best describes the role of the spinocerebellum?
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What disorder is associated with lesions in the vermis and paravermis areas of the cerebellum?
What disorder is associated with lesions in the vermis and paravermis areas of the cerebellum?
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In terms of function, which statement about the flocculonodular lobe's major efferent pathway is correct?
In terms of function, which statement about the flocculonodular lobe's major efferent pathway is correct?
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Which symptom is NOT typically associated with anterior lobe syndrome?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with anterior lobe syndrome?
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What is the primary function associated with the anterior lobe of the cerebellum?
What is the primary function associated with the anterior lobe of the cerebellum?
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Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily associated with vestibular functions?
Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily associated with vestibular functions?
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Which structure serves as a major component of the basal ganglia?
Which structure serves as a major component of the basal ganglia?
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What structural relationship exists between the caudate nucleus and the internal capsule?
What structural relationship exists between the caudate nucleus and the internal capsule?
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Which component of the basal ganglia is considered part of the lentiform nucleus?
Which component of the basal ganglia is considered part of the lentiform nucleus?
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What is the primary function of the substantia nigra?
What is the primary function of the substantia nigra?
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The globus pallidus is chiefly involved in which major function?
The globus pallidus is chiefly involved in which major function?
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Which of the following tumors is mentioned as potentially invading the basal ganglia?
Which of the following tumors is mentioned as potentially invading the basal ganglia?
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Which structure is NOT part of the basal nuclei?
Which structure is NOT part of the basal nuclei?
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What is the main function of the neostriatum?
What is the main function of the neostriatum?
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Which pathway is associated with inputs to the striatum from the cerebral cortex?
Which pathway is associated with inputs to the striatum from the cerebral cortex?
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In Parkinson's disease, which area of the brain primarily experiences a loss of dopaminergic neurons?
In Parkinson's disease, which area of the brain primarily experiences a loss of dopaminergic neurons?
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What type of gait is commonly associated with Parkinson's disease?
What type of gait is commonly associated with Parkinson's disease?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic symptom of Huntington's disease?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic symptom of Huntington's disease?
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Which output structures send information to the thalamus from the basal ganglia?
Which output structures send information to the thalamus from the basal ganglia?
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Degenerative lesions in which structure are most commonly associated with Huntington's chorea?
Degenerative lesions in which structure are most commonly associated with Huntington's chorea?
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What type of deficits are associated with PICA and AICA lesions?
What type of deficits are associated with PICA and AICA lesions?
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Which of the following symptoms is indicative of a midline cerebellar lesion?
Which of the following symptoms is indicative of a midline cerebellar lesion?
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Which feature distinguishes intention tremor from other types of tremors?
Which feature distinguishes intention tremor from other types of tremors?
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Which of the following structures is primarily involved in highly skilled movements?
Which of the following structures is primarily involved in highly skilled movements?
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What clinical sign is most commonly associated with bilateral dysfunction of the cerebellum?
What clinical sign is most commonly associated with bilateral dysfunction of the cerebellum?
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What is the primary feedback mechanism provided by the Dentate nucleus to the cerebral cortex?
What is the primary feedback mechanism provided by the Dentate nucleus to the cerebral cortex?
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Which condition is characterized by limb ataxia and unsteady gait with no sensory deficits?
Which condition is characterized by limb ataxia and unsteady gait with no sensory deficits?
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What is the primary function of the ipsilateral output pathway from the lateral cerebellum?
What is the primary function of the ipsilateral output pathway from the lateral cerebellum?
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Which symptoms are specifically indicative of dysdiadochokinesis?
Which symptoms are specifically indicative of dysdiadochokinesis?
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Which deep cerebellar nucleus is primarily involved with balance and equilibrium?
Which deep cerebellar nucleus is primarily involved with balance and equilibrium?
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What describes the pathway from the Dentate nucleus to the cerebral cortex?
What describes the pathway from the Dentate nucleus to the cerebral cortex?
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Which division of the cerebellum is primarily responsible for the coordination of sensory input for body position?
Which division of the cerebellum is primarily responsible for the coordination of sensory input for body position?
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What is the significance of double decussation in cerebellar output pathways?
What is the significance of double decussation in cerebellar output pathways?
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What anatomical feature separates the cerebellum from the cerebrum?
What anatomical feature separates the cerebellum from the cerebrum?
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Which cerebellar nucleus is associated with walking and arm movements?
Which cerebellar nucleus is associated with walking and arm movements?
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Which statement correctly describes the anatomical relationship of the cerebellum to the brainstem?
Which statement correctly describes the anatomical relationship of the cerebellum to the brainstem?
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In the context of cerebellar evolution, which term refers to the most primitive part of the cerebellum?
In the context of cerebellar evolution, which term refers to the most primitive part of the cerebellum?
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Which of the following conditions is most closely tied to dysfunction in the basal nuclei?
Which of the following conditions is most closely tied to dysfunction in the basal nuclei?
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Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily involved in maintaining balance and equilibrium?
Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily involved in maintaining balance and equilibrium?
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What structure, when damaged, is most likely to result in coordination problems associated with ataxia?
What structure, when damaged, is most likely to result in coordination problems associated with ataxia?
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Which of the following is NOT a division of the cerebellum based on its functional characteristics?
Which of the following is NOT a division of the cerebellum based on its functional characteristics?
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What is the primary effect of a lesion in the flocculonodular lobe?
What is the primary effect of a lesion in the flocculonodular lobe?
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Which type of ataxia is associated with a tendency to fall towards the lesion site due to flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
Which type of ataxia is associated with a tendency to fall towards the lesion site due to flocculonodular lobe syndrome?
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Which deep cerebellar nuclei is involved with the flocculonodular lobe?
Which deep cerebellar nuclei is involved with the flocculonodular lobe?
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What symptom is most likely to be present in a patient with anterior lobe syndrome?
What symptom is most likely to be present in a patient with anterior lobe syndrome?
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Which feature distinguishes lesions in the vermis and paravermis from those in the flocculonodular lobe?
Which feature distinguishes lesions in the vermis and paravermis from those in the flocculonodular lobe?
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Which structure is primarily responsible for coordinating posture and muscle tone in the spinocerebellum?
Which structure is primarily responsible for coordinating posture and muscle tone in the spinocerebellum?
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What condition would most likely arise from a lesion in the interpositus nucleus?
What condition would most likely arise from a lesion in the interpositus nucleus?
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Which of the following functions is disrupted when the vestibulocerebellum is affected?
Which of the following functions is disrupted when the vestibulocerebellum is affected?
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Which deep nucleus is primarily associated with the archicerebellum?
Which deep nucleus is primarily associated with the archicerebellum?
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What is the relationship between the caudate nucleus and the lentiform nucleus?
What is the relationship between the caudate nucleus and the lentiform nucleus?
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Which structure is NOT considered a part of the neostriatum?
Which structure is NOT considered a part of the neostriatum?
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Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily involved in the coordination of proprioceptive information?
Which lobe of the cerebellum is primarily involved in the coordination of proprioceptive information?
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Which structure is primarily responsible for the major output pathways to the thalamus in the basal ganglia?
Which structure is primarily responsible for the major output pathways to the thalamus in the basal ganglia?
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Which basal ganglia component is primarily responsible for motor control and learning?
Which basal ganglia component is primarily responsible for motor control and learning?
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What is the primary characteristic symptom of Parkinson's disease related to movement?
What is the primary characteristic symptom of Parkinson's disease related to movement?
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What condition could potentially invade the basal ganglia due to tumor growth?
What condition could potentially invade the basal ganglia due to tumor growth?
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Which part of the brain is most affected by Huntington's disease?
Which part of the brain is most affected by Huntington's disease?
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Which anatomical division of the cerebellum is associated with the vestibular system?
Which anatomical division of the cerebellum is associated with the vestibular system?
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Which pathway is responsible for the input from the thalamus to the striatum?
Which pathway is responsible for the input from the thalamus to the striatum?
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Which structure serves as the primary output nucleus to the thalamus from the basal ganglia?
Which structure serves as the primary output nucleus to the thalamus from the basal ganglia?
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Which of the following statements about the lentiform nucleus is correct?
Which of the following statements about the lentiform nucleus is correct?
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Which characterizes the gait disturbances seen in Parkinson's disease?
Which characterizes the gait disturbances seen in Parkinson's disease?
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What role does the substantia nigra compacta play in the basal ganglia circuitry?
What role does the substantia nigra compacta play in the basal ganglia circuitry?
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What is the primary pathway affected by the loss of neurons in substantia nigra as observed in Parkinson's disease?
What is the primary pathway affected by the loss of neurons in substantia nigra as observed in Parkinson's disease?
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Study Notes
Cerebellum, Basal Nuclei & Extrapyramidal System
- Learning Outcomes: Describe cerebellum structure, mechanisms of balance and coordination, cerebellar disease relating to region anatomy, identify basal nuclei parts, and relate anatomy to clinical problems (e.g., Parkinson's, Huntington's diseases).
General Organization of Motor System
- Diagram: Shows the motor system pathway, from cerebral cortex, through the brainstem, thalamus, basal ganglia, and cerebellum, to the spinal cord and muscles. Includes corticospinal tracts, corticobulbar projection, extrapyramidal tracts, afferent neurons, and motor neurons.
Cerebellar Position in Cranium
- Location: Cerebellum is in the posterior cranial fossa.
- Covered by: Tentorium cerebelli
- Structures: Diagram highlights various grooves and landmarks including the groove for inferior petrosal sinus, superior border of petrous part of temporal bone, groove for sigmoid sinus, jugular tubercle, internal acoustic meatus, jugular foramen, hypoglossal canal, groove for transverse sinus, tentorial notch, foramen magnum, internal occipital crest, internal occipital protuberance, falx cerebri, infundibulum, tentorium cerebelli, and falx cerebelli.
Functional Connections of Cerebellum
- Connections: Connected to other parts of the nervous system through peduncles.
- Superior peduncle: Connects to the midbrain.
- Middle peduncle: Connects to the pons.
- Inferior peduncle: Connects to the medulla oblongata.
Cerebellum
- Structure: Two hemispheres and a vermis (midline structure) are visible in a diagram.
- Lobes: Anterior, Posterior/Middle, and Flocculonodular lobes are labeled.
Divisions of Cerebellum - Multiple Ways
- Anatomical Divisions: Anterior, Posterior/Middle, and Flocculonodular.
- Functional Divisions: Vestibulocerebellum, Spinocerebellum, and Cerebrocerebellum.
- Evolutionary Divisions: Archicerebellum, Paleocerebellum, and Neocerebellum.
Functional Divisions
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FN Lobe (Vestibulocerebellum): Deep cerebellar nuclei—Fastigial, interconnected with vestibular nuclei, posture, balance, and eye movements. Lesion causes flocculonodular lobe syndrome including nystagmus, balance loss, and gait disturbance.
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Spinocerebellum: Deep cerebellar nuclei—Globose & Emboliform, input from vermis & paravermis from spinal cord, maintains posture & muscle tone. Lesion cases anterior lobe syndrome with nystagmus, balance loss, and gait disturbance.
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Cerebrocerebellum: Deep cerebellar nuclei—Dentate, principle input from cortex to lateral hemisphere, concerned with coordination, planning, and execution of movements, feedback to motor cortex to correct movement errors. Lesion cause posterior lobe syndrome including incoordination, unsteady gait, and issues with motor skills.
Summary of Major Efferents from Cerebellum
- Origin: Flocculonodular lobe via Fastigial nucleus, Inferior peduncle.
- Pathway: Projects to vestibular nucleus and reticular formation, Inferior peduncle.
- Function: Coordination of posture, bilateral proximal and truncal muscle tone, and eye movements, coordination of posture, proximal and truncal muscle tone and eye movements.
- Disorder: Disturbed gait (wide ataxic gait), balance loss, nystagmus, no ataxia in limbs, truncal limb ataxia ipsilateral to lesion.
Deep Cerebellar Nuclei
- Location: Within the white matter.
- Nuclei (Medial to Lateral): Fastigial nucleus (archicerebellum, balance and equilibrium), Interposed nuclei (paleocerebellum, walking and arm movements e.g., Globose and Emboliform), and Dentate nucleus (neocerebellum, higher-order motor skills).
- Function: Receive inputs from incoming and outgoing cerebellum neurons, modulate/regulate cerebellum's influence on the nervous system.
Blood Supply to Cerebellum
- Arteries: Superior cerebellar artery (SCA), Anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA), and Posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA).
- Vascular Territories: SCA, AICA, and PICA supply different parts of the cerebellum.
- Vascular Problems: SCA and PICA are common problems, mostly SCA infarcts presenting with pure cerebellar signs. PICA and AICA have sensory and motor deficits.
Lesions
- Midline/Vermis Lesions: Vestibulocerebellum/Spinocerebellum - Cause nystagmus, loss of balance and gait disturbance.
- Lateral Lesions: Cerebrocerebellum - Cause problems in coordination, unsteady gait, no sensory deficit or weakness. Lesions are ipsilateral.
- Bilateral Lesions: Cause lack of coordination, intention tremor, unsteady gait.
Key Features of Cerebellar Lesions
- Ataxia: Incoordination of movements.
- Intention Tremor: Tremor increases as the task nears completion.
- Dysmetria: Inability to accurately reach a target.
- Dysdiadochokinesia: Difficulty performing rapid alternating movements.
- Nystagmus: Oscillatory eye movements.
- Hypotonia: Decreased muscle tone.
- Pendular Knee Jerks: Abnormal "pendulum"-like knee reflexes.
Divisions of Cerebellum: Summary
- Summary table listing anatomical, phylogenetic, functional classifications and deep nuclei associated with each region.
Cerebellar Tonsil and Foramen Magnum Relation
- Tonsil position.
- Increased intracranial pressure pushes cerebellar tonsil through the foramen magnum compressing medulla.
Basal Ganglia: Major Components
- Structure: Islands of gray matter embedded in subcortical white matter.
- Components: Caudate, Putamen, Globus Pallidus, Subthalamic nucleus, and Substantia nigra.
Basal Ganglia: Major Components (continued)
- Structure and Function: Continued description of basal nuclei components and their locations
Basal Ganglia: Major Components (continued)
- Structure and Function: Further description of basal nuclei components, their location and relationships to each other including the insula
Coronal Section
- Structure: Shows a sagittal section of the brain and identifies the major parts of the basal ganglia including the head of the caudate nucleus, putamen, globus pallidus, internal capsule and thalamus.
Transverse Section
- Structure: Shows a transverse section of the brain, identifies the major parts of the basal ganglia including the head of the caudate nucleus, putamen, globus pallidus, internal capsule and thalamus
Neostriatum (Caudate + Putamen)
- Input Station: Receiving station for input from the brain.
- Inputs: Cerebral Cortex ("Corticostriate Pathway"), Substantia Nigra ("Nigrostriate Pathway"), Thalamus (Centromedian Nucleus)
Globus Pallidus and Substantia Nigra Reticulata
- Output Stations: major output stations for basal ganglia, project to the thalamus
- Outputs: "Pallidothalamic" and "Nigrothalamic" pathways.
Basal Nuclei Connections
- Key Points: 2 separate pathways, direct (allows movement), indirect (inhibits unwanted movement).
- Inputs: Mainly from cortex, thalamus, substantia nigra (pars compacta).
- Outputs: Globus pallidus (internal segment), pars reticulata of substantia nigra, to cortex and UMNs (via thalamus ventral anterior & ventral lateral nucleus).
Parkinson's Disease
- Cause: Loss of dopaminergic neurons in substantia nigra (pars compacta/nigrostriatal pathway).
- Symptoms: Tremors (resting tremor), rigidity, akinesia (difficulty initiating movement), postural and gait disturbances (e.g., slow, stooped posture, shuffling gait), festinant gait (as though running).
Huntington's Disease (HD)
- Cause: Degenerative lesions in the caudate nucleus, neuronal loss in striatum and cortex (frontal, parietal).
- Symptoms: Progressive dementia, chorea (brief, sudden, purposeless jerks).
Basal Nuclei Pathologies
- Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases. Descriptions of the pathology of each.
- Hemiballismus: Flailing, ballistic, undesired movements of the limbs, damage in contralateral subthalamic nucleus.
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This quiz covers the anatomy and function of the cerebellum, basal nuclei, and the extrapyramidal system. It includes a detailed look at motor pathways, balance, coordination, and related clinical conditions like Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases. You'll also learn about the cerebellum's anatomical position within the cranium.
